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| CES Sustainability Requirement & Sustainable Design (SD) Learning Units |
CES Sustainability Requirement
During the March 2008 AIA National Board of Directors meeting, it was approved
that beginning January 1, 2009 the AIA would require all members to complete
four (4) hours of sustainable design. These 4 Sustainable Design (SD) hours
would be included as part of the current 8 hour / HSW requirement. They are not
additional hours to the 18/8 LU hours that the AIA already requires. This
requirement would run until 2012, at which time it will be evaluated.
Sustainable Design (SD) Learning Units
Sustainable design is achieved through an integrated design and delivery process
that enhances the natural and built environment by using energy sensibly with a
goal toward carbon neutrality, improves air and water quality, protects and
preserves water and other resources, and creates environments, communities and
buildings that are livable, comfortable, productive, diverse, safe, and provide
enduring value to our community and society as a whole.
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  |  | Provides an overview of the manufacturing, characteristics, and performance properties of cements and Supplementary Cementitious Materials in concrete and how they can enhance concrete performance, including a discussion on their role in sustainable construction.
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| | Provides an overview of problems water creates for masonry structures, and how water repellents can help to prevent those problems.
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| | Provides an overview of polyurethane coatings used in waterproofing systems for traffic decks, pedestrian decks, below-grade and between-slab waterproofing.
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| | Provides an overview of decorative concrete solutions, focusing on the features, benefits, decorative techniques, applications, and methods of acid staining.
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| | Provides an overview of the development of trench drain systems from basic drainage collection methods to custom trench designs and their applications. Functional design and aesthetic considerations are discussed, as well as the integral qualities of pre-engineered trench drain systems.
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| | Provides an overview of insulating concrete forms (ICFs), including characteristics, advantages and benefits, typical construction methods and construction applications.
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| | Provides an overview of the components, features, and design options of adjustable deck support systems, including a discussion on planning and installation guidelines.
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| | Provides an overview of cast stone products including the
manufacturing processes, the various mix types and applications, along with a
discussion of the considerations for design, site storage, handling and fixing.
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| | Provides an overview of the characteristics, testing, and applications of photoluminescent products as well as a discussion on the safety and environmental benefits of specifying PL wayfinding systems.
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| | Provides an overview of the construction flexibility features of insulated concrete forms (ICFs) which provide innovative solutions for designing sustainable, energy efficient, safe, healthy commercial and residential structures.
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| | Provides an overview of the elements that make up a
concrete system, what contributes to the overall degradation, and the
applications that can be used to prevent weathering of the concrete structure.
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| | Provides an overview of the design principles of rainscreen wall design and it’s features and benefits.
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 | | Provides an overview of the articulating sidewalk joint
system and how it contributes to a lifecycle strategy that contributes to
safety, cost savings and the environment.
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| | Provides an overview of cementitious wood fiber products in
creating acoustically sound commercial spaces. Products including ceiling
panels, interior panels, and structural roof deck systems are reviewed.
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| | Provides an overview of cast stone production; how it differs from associated materials; how it is used as a material that by size, shape, color and finish is aesthetically appealing. The various applications of cast stone for residential, commercial, municipal, educational and other uses are also reviewed.
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| | Provides an overview of how to detail and specify precast concrete stair treads and landings, as well as the building code, design, and construction requirements which must be addressed.
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| | Provides an overview of the components and attributes of
polymer concrete surface systems and why they are a prime example of sustainable
design and green engineering for environmentally sound construction.
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| | Provides an overview of insulating concrete forms,
including the components, variations, and function. Also, the benefits of ICFs
will be discussed in real life situations through case studies.
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| | Provides an overview of insulated concrete sandwich panels, their benefits, applications, thermal and moisture resistant properties and contribution to sustainable buildings.
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| | Provides an overview of the features and benefits of using polymer-modified repair mortars and coatings. Included are discussions pertaining to the reasons concrete damage and corrosion occurs, crack repair treatements, and the importance of surface preparation.
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